2019 Ducati Multistrada Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Sep 29, 2025 · 6 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Multistrada years
Not enough data 2nd of 14 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA about the 2019 Ducati Multistrada. That ranks 2nd out of 14 Multistrada model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (3 complaints, 50%). There are no safety recalls on file for this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2019 Ducati Multistrada problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Engine3
Service Brakes3 · ~300 mi
Electrical System1
Fuel/propulsion System1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Engine350%———
Service Brakes350%300——
Electrical System117%———
Fuel/propulsion System117%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2025, with 3 complaints
2021: 2202122024: 1202412025: 320253

n = 6 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2019 Ducati Multistrada recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2019 Ducati Multistrada.

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NHTSA defect investigations

  • Extended Stopping Distance (PE21003) — opened Feb 18, 2021, closed Jul 9, 2021, led to recall 21V315000.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

2019 Ducati Multistrada MTS1200S. Bought brand new. The bike constantly stalls when pulling in the clutch coming to a stop. Bike is completely stock. No issues with air filter or fuel. The bike does it intermittently and has almost caused a couple of crashes on the highway when coming into traffic…

Fuel/propulsion System · received Sep 29, 2025 · NHTSA complaint 11690281

Rear brake becomes ineffective after a period of time. The brake becomes soft, spongy and does not work properly. I've had the dealer check the brakes, bleed them, replaced the fluid and it will work ok for a short time but then the problem returns. The pedal needs a lot of pressure to actuate the…

Service Brakes · received Aug 3, 2025 · NHTSA complaint 11678063

The motorcycle randomly stalls when beginning from a stop, adding throttle and then coming off the throttle. It isn't consistent and was very sporadic but today it happened 4 times. It's my understanding that this happens to others based on several posts on ducati.ms forums.

Engine · received Jul 2, 2025 · NHTSA complaint 11670823

1. When pulling in the clutch approaching a stop sign or light, the engine RPM's drop down through idle and the bike stalls. 2. There is traffic behind me doesn't initially know the bike has stalled and starts to move forward. I have almost been hit several times. The same safety issues occurs when…

Engine · received May 8, 2024 · NHTSA complaint 11587673

The motorcycle's rear brake is almost non-existent. Very "mushy" when the pedal is pressed and you must press very hard to get the calipers to bite the rotor. This is very noticeable during low speed riding.

Service Brakes · received Apr 6, 2021 · NHTSA complaint 11406777

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2019 Ducati Multistrada?

Owners most often report engine, service brakes, electrical system problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 3 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2019 Ducati Multistrada?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2019 Ducati Multistrada a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Multistrada model years, the 2019 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.